December 2025 in “Molecules” This study found that the 15-PGDH inhibitor DPP improved endothelial function in hair-related cells exposed to DHT by reducing oxidative stress and enhancing angiogenic capacity.
July 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” This article discusses advancements in hair transplant procedures that allow for more follicular units to be transplanted per session but notes the lengthy procedure time required.
25 citations
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March 2008 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that while VDR is crucial for maintaining hair follicles in mice, their degeneration may be linked to impaired cell migration during hair growth phases rather than stem cell loss.
5 citations
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January 2002 in “European journal of pediatrics” "D-CHRAMPS syndrome" is a newly identified condition with multiple severe symptoms.
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October 2014 This chapter hypothesizes that vitamin D signaling in the skin may suppress UV radiation-induced epidermal tumor formation, reviewing potential mechanisms without reporting new clinical results.
2 citations
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September 2001 in “PubMed” Finasteride is advertised directly to consumers for treating male pattern hair loss.
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July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” This case report describes a 35-year-old man who developed an atypical DRESS syndrome after taking topiramate for migraine prevention, which resolved with drug withdrawal and symptomatic treatment.
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July 2006 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study observed that vitamin D receptor expression in certain hair follicle cells varies throughout the murine hair cycle, suggesting a potential role for 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 in hair follicle biology.
21 citations
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January 2008 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” This archive describes the Bioline International platform, which hosted open access journals from developing countries but reports no new research findings.
December 2018 in “Actas urológicas españolas” This study reported that cognitive biopsy diagnosed prostate cancer in 44% of patients with at least one previous negative biopsy, with higher detection rates in lesions classified as PI-RADS 4 and 5.
October 2023 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” 29 citations
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September 2019 in “Stem Cells International” This study observed that a treatment combining platelet-rich fibrin and micrograft spray-on skin led to rapid and complete wound healing in both massive and chronic burn patients within an average of 7-10 days.
53 citations
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May 1996 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” This study identified multiple mutations in the 5 alpha-reductase-2 gene among male pseudohermaphrodites in the Dominican Republic, suggesting they do not share a common ancestry.
1 citations
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February 2018 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” This article describes a new instrument, the KD spreader, designed to help novice physicians perform follicular unit extraction hair transplantation with reduced trauma and operator fatigue, but it does not report new clinical results.
1 citations
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January 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” This editorial emphasizes the importance of recognizing the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) during surgery beyond the commonly focused concern of anesthetic toxicity, but it does not present new findings.
June 2025 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Low-dose Ritlecitinib may help children with stubborn Alopecia Areata.
2 citations
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April 2018 in “Current Pharmaceutical Analysis” This study developed a new, simple, and economical RP-TLC method with densitometry that is suitable for routine analysis of finasteride in tablet dosage form, meeting analytical validation criteria.
23 citations
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November 2007 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” This case report suggests that topical tacrolimus may effectively manage erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp and reverse skin atrophy, although long-term use requires monitoring for side effects.
June 2019 in “Reactions Weekly” 7 citations
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April 1996 in “Archives of dermatological research” This study found that after topical application in rats, 1,24-dihydroxyvitamin D3 absorbed through both the stratum corneum and hair follicles, with about 30% excreted via the faeces.
31 citations
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November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article discusses the use of a robotic system for hair graft harvesting in hair restoration surgery, focusing on its capabilities and the advantages and disadvantages, but it reports no new clinical findings.
January 2016 in “e-Oftalmo CBO Revista Digital de Oftalmologia” This review discusses central serous chorioretinopathy, detailing its etiology, associated factors, diagnostic imaging, and therapeutic options, but provides no new clinical findings.
This observational study reviewed thyroid eye disease patients treated with teprotumumab at one center, reporting common side effects like fatigue and dry eye symptoms, with serious adverse events including two cases of blood clots and one pulmonary embolism.
August 2021 in “Research, Society and Development” In this study, intradermal therapy with Minoxidil, growth factors, and vitamins showed a slight advantage in increasing hair volume over a combination with Finasteride for androgenic alopecia.
June 2024 in “jurnal ABDIMAS Indonesia” This study emphasizes the importance of educating the elderly on vitamin D's role in hair health, recommending dietary and lifestyle interventions, including vitamin D supplementation, to address hair quality issues such as loss and brittleness.
October 2023 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology” This study reported no association between higher serum testosterone or dihydrotestosterone levels and the incidence or progression of lower urinary tract symptoms in asymptomatic or symptomatic men in the REDUCE trial, challenging the belief that elevated androgens contribute to these symptoms.
December 2023 in “British journal of oral & maxillofacial surgery/British journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery” This review discusses the role and function of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in third molar extractions and reports no new clinical results.
48 citations
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February 2006 in “Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology” This study found that dual 5α-reductase inhibitors in rats decreased sperm quality and led to reduced pregnancy success, suggesting potential for use in male contraception.
June 2026 in “Restorative Dermatology and Venereology and Cosmetology” This study found that a combination of the Tri-energy factor 5.5% booster and photodynamic therapy significantly improved hair density and reduced single follicular units in patients with androgenetic alopecia, compared to minoxidil or booster alone, supporting the inclusion of photodynamic therapy in comprehensive treatment.
2 citations
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February 2007 in “PubMed” This study found that patients on dutasteride had $20.50 lower monthly medical costs compared to those on finasteride.